How To Fix AB210 - Using program &1 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AB -

• Message number: 210

• Message text: Using program &1 is not allowed

What causes this issue?

Program &V1& is not released and therefore cannot be used.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Use program &V2& instead.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AB210 - Using program &1 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message AB210 ("Using program &1 is not allowed") typically occurs when a user attempts to execute a program that is restricted or not permitted for their user role or authorization level. This can happen for various reasons, including security settings, program attributes, or system configurations.
  Causes:
  
  Authorization Issues: The user does not have the necessary authorizations to execute the specified program.
  Program Attributes: The program may be marked as "not executable" or restricted in some way within the SAP system.
  Transaction Codes: The transaction code associated with the program may be restricted for certain user roles.
  Client-Specific Settings: The program may be restricted in certain clients or environments (e.g., production vs. development).
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Use transaction code SU53 immediately after the error occurs to check for authorization failures.
  Review the user's roles and authorizations in transaction code SU01 or PFCG to ensure they have the necessary permissions to execute the program.
  
  
  
  Review Program Attributes:
  
  Check the program's attributes in transaction code SE38 or SE80 to see if it is marked as executable.
  Ensure that the program is not set to "not executable" or has any restrictions.
  
  
  
  Transaction Code Restrictions:
  
  Verify if the transaction code associated with the program is restricted in the user’s role.
  Modify the role in transaction code PFCG to include the necessary transaction codes.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis or Security Team:
  
  If you do not have the necessary access to change roles or program attributes, contact your SAP Basis or Security team for assistance.
  They can provide insights into any system-wide restrictions or configurations that may be affecting program execution.
  
  
  
  Check Client Settings:
  
  Ensure that the program is allowed to run in the current client. Some programs may be restricted to specific clients (e.g., development or testing).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PFCG: Role Maintenance
  SE38: ABAP Editor
  SE80: Object Navigator
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on authorization management and program execution restrictions.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to the AB210 error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the AB210 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.